This Bachelor thesis deals with the problem of imitation of Alexander the Great in the Hellenistic era. It also includes selected portraits of Alexander the Great and describes how he used his self-presentation. This work also involves the political situation which occured after his death since it is reflected in the art and self-promotion of the Diadochi. Imitatio Alexandri in this thesis is illustrated also on the level of deities and heroes because of mutual influencing of divine and Alexander's portraits. Imitation of Alexander the Great by Hellenistic rulers is divided into chapters according to royal dynasties or individual rulers. In conclusion, the thesis points out the similarities and differences of Alexander's successors and provides a comprehensive view of imitatio Alexandri and also brief chronological summary. Keywords imitatio Alexandri, imitation, Alexander the Great, Hellenistic Art

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